About this episode
Brenda is the founder of the Firespark Retreat, a weekend FIRE-focused event held in Victoria, Australia. The weekend is full of workshops and seminars about frugality, purpose, lifestyle design, sharing personal stories and just enjoy the company of like minded FI enthusiasts. Brenda recently moved to Brisbane in Australia from Melbourne and is around two thirds of her way to FI with her partner, however she’s been enjoying the benefits being on the journey has offered, like taking a 12 month sabbatical recently, travelling, building a FIRE community and negotiating work perks like a 4 day condensed work week.The things you’ll learn:Brenda’s quick backgroundMoving from Melbourne to BrisbaneWhat’s life like in BrisbaneBrenda’s interests and hobbiesHow her first investment was property Current Investment portfolio (now mostly in Shares)Superannuation for AustraliansHalf way numbers wise, but two thirds of the way to FIRECurrent work situation and working for the governmentCondensed work weeks: 4 days a week (Fridays off)Asking for perks at workHow being on FI journey gives you a superpower Importance of FI community7-8 years on FI journey so farHow she started her FI journeyMoving from property investment to sharesThe FI bloggers that inspired her Doing FI with her partnerCouple dynamics on FI journeyFreedoms unlocked for herHer 12month sabbatical The FIRE Spark FI Weekend RetreatsBenefits of attending the retreats (connecting with others)Quick-fire round questions at the end:Something she wished he done 10 years agoThe daily habits that helped her in her lifeBrenda’s most important lesson in lifeBrenda’s transformational book recommendations1-2 small things listeners can do this week to get started Brenda’s Websites/Socials:Fire Spark Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/FIRESPARKRetreat/ Freedom Before FI Links:Free Guides: Download the free ‘Freedom Ideas’ Cheat Sheet and the free ‘Find Your Purpose’ worksheet at: https://freedombeforefi.com/free-guides/Website: Check out our resources and services at www.freedombeforefi.comEmail: If you want to connect, send me a note at greg@freedombeforefi.comInstagram: or send a DM at
